1204 Latin Baby Boy Names With Meanings

Latin is the ancient language of the great Roman Empire (1). Latin names are a glimpse of the rich culture, heritage, and traditions of the Latin-speaking world. The language originated around the Tiber River of Italy and has played a significant role in the development of many modern languages (2). Numerous aspects of the languages we frequently use owe their origin to Latin, and so it may seem to us as if Latin has transcended time to be with us today.

Latin names were derived from their religious beliefs and mythology. These names that were derived from Roman mythology or Christianity may be taken as the Latinized versions of Greek names.

In Latin culture, family and ancestry were given the utmost importance after religion. The naming traditions strengthened the sense of familial connections and honor to the lineage by naming the newborn babies after prominent family members, such as their father or grandfather. They would also assign multiple given names to the newborn, incorporating the mother’s maiden name and the name of a saint they revered.

Latin names are deeply intertwined with Roman Catholicism. This association has significantly impacted Latin America and Europe. These names serve as a source of inspiration, carry religious significance, and are also believed to protect the child throughout their life. Some Latin American countries have a unique approach to naming, where they blend Latin and indigenous influences to name the young.

Especially in recent years, Latin baby boy names have gained popularity because they have both a classic and distinctive air. In addition, these names carry a sense of timelessness and can seamlessly integrate into various cultural contexts. Whether chosen for their rich meanings, religious connotations, or timeless appeal, Latin names continue to be cherished and passed down through generations, leaving an indelible mark on individuals and societies alike.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Calem		Boy	He who is like a dove
Calil		Boy	A flow of the sounds in rhythm
Camilia		Unisex	attendant at a religious ceremony
Camillus		Boy	Of noble birth
Caranacus		Boy	He who is loved and dear
Carantacvs		Boy	A dear man
Cardinal		Unisex	Bird, leadership, vibrant
Carisma		Unisex	Charismatic; Captivating
Caritas		Boy	A giving man
Cassian		Boy	Hollow; Vain
Cassion		Unisex	Strong warrior
Catamanus		Boy	A latin male name
Cato		Boy	Wise
Caton		Boy	A knowledgeable boy
Cay		Boy	He who will rejoice
Ceasar		Boy	A bluish-grey color eyed man
Ceaser		Boy	Ruler, emperor, leader
Cecil		Boy	Blind
Cecile		Boy	Blind
Cecilio		Boy	He who is a blind one
Cecilius		Boy	Blind man
Cecillus		Boy	The one with no sight
Cedes		Unisex	A caring person
Celes		Unisex	Heavenly; Of the sky
Celest		Unisex	Heavenly; Sky
Celeste		Boy	Heavenly
Celestial		Unisex	Heavenly
Celestin		Boy	A celestial body
Celica		Unisex	Heavenly or celestial
Celin		Unisex	Heavenly; Divine
Cella		Unisex	Heaven; A room; Inner chamber of a temple
Celsa		Unisex	Heavenly, noble
Cenobio		Boy	The one who rejects strangers
Ceren		Unisex	Gifted, blessed, treasure
Cesario		Boy	A hairy individual
Challita		Unisex	The most beautiful of all
Chancelor		Unisex	Chief secretary; Office holder
Chanti		Boy	The one who devices strategy and plans
Charlemagne		Boy	Charles the Great
Chauncey		Boy	The one who gambles; A chancellor
Chente		Boy	A positive planner
Chesare		Boy	French variation of Caesar
Chesten		Boy	A camp
Chester		Boy	A fortified place
Christianity		Boy	One who believes that Jesus is the son of God
Christianityo		Boy	One who is Christian by birth
Christien		Boy	Follower of Christ; Anointed; Christianity
Christophorus		Boy	He who is the Bearer of Christ
Christyan		Boy	A follower of Jesus Christ
Cicero		Boy	Chickpea; An edible seed
Cincinnatus		Boy	One whose hair is curly; curly hair; hair with curls
Ciriacus		Boy	Something that belongs to the Lord; of the Lord
Cirice		Unisex	Ghostly or spiritual presence
Clarke		Boy	Clerk; One who does small time work
Clarrie		Unisex	One who lives beside the river Clare, the longest river in the Lough Corrib
Claudy		Boy	Crippled or lame; one who cannot use his legs to walk
Clayre		Unisex	One who is not only bright, but also famous and known by all
Clemmons		Boy	Merciful; pitiful; forgives easily; tender
Clemmy		Unisex	Gentle; Mild; Soft; Tender; Merciful; Pleasant
Clemo		Boy	The Cornish diminutive of Clement or Clemence; Mild or merciful
Coimagnus		Boy	A majestic, grand man
Colibri		Unisex	Hummingbird
Collum		Unisex	Dove
Colma		Unisex	A dove; A stout bird that resembles a pigeon and is used as a symbol of peace
Colon		Boy	Colonist; Settler
Columbus		Boy	A small white bird; Dove; Used as a symbol of peace
Constant		Boy	Steadfast; Unchanging
Constantino		Boy	Steadfast; Constant
Corbin		Boy	Raven
Corbit		Boy	Black bird; the raven, a bird that looks like crow
Cordae		Unisex	Strong; Talented; Charismatic
Cordie		Boy	One who sells ropes and chords; A rope seller
Cornel		Boy	Strong, noble, leader
Cornelio		Boy	A bony outgrowth that is usually seen in cattle like cows, buffalows, goat,etc.
Cornelious		Boy	Horn
Cornellis		Boy	A horn; a bony growth on the bodies of cattle
Corvus		Boy	A raven; a black bird that resembles a crow
Costantino		Boy	Constant; Steady; Diminutive of Constantin; Stable
Costel		Boy	Constant; Steadfast; Diminutive of Constantin
Costentyn		Boy	Cornish form of Constantin; Constant or steady
Costica		Boy	Stable; Steadfast; Diminutive of Constantin
Costin		Boy	Constant; Steady; Diminutive of Constantin
Court		Boy	Residence of the lord of a manor; Yard or enclosure'; Small, Short; Courtier and court attendent.
Cova		Unisex	Cove; Hollow
Credence		Unisex	Belief, trust, or confidence in something or someone
Crew		Unisex	Person residing in the English town of Crewe; Group of people
Crispian		Boy	Curly haired
Crispin		Boy	Derived from the Roman family name Crispinus; Curly haired
Crispino		Boy	Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese form of Crispin meaning Curly haired
Cristen		Unisex	Variant form of the Latin name Christianityus; Disciple of Christ
Cristo		Boy	Spanish,Italian, and Portuguese form of Christopher; Follower of Christ; Productive and efficient
Croston		Boy	A farm or a settlement
Cu		Unisex	Mound knoll; Thoroughfare
Cupid		Boy	God of love in Roman mythology
Curt		Boy	Derived from court; Courteous
Cust		Boy	To develop
Custanti		Boy	Constant or steadfast
Custantinu		Boy	Sicilian form of Constantinus meaning constant
Cutler		Boy	Sharp knife maker
Cy		Boy	The master

Infographic: Timeless Latin Baby Boy Names With Traditional Meanings

Latin baby boy names are deeply entwined with Roman Catholicism and continue to be a source of protection for parents in South America and Europe. Their classic appeal and ability to adapt to various cultural contexts have contributed to their growing popularity in recent years. The following infographic contains a few timeless Latin names that allow parents to connect with their rich heritage.

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